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Our staff is available at any
time to assist with your giving. We have many ideas to share with you.
Budget for Giving
Plan your philanthropic
activities right into your budget just as you
would other financial obligations.
Be an Informed
Giver
Don’t be afraid to ask
questions when you’re asked to give, including
the specific name of the solicitor and his or her relationship to the
organization, how much of your gift will be used for overhead, the
specific projects the money will go toward, and other important
information. Give only when you feel comfortable that your dollars will
be going to support an organization you know and believe in.
Keep the Right
Records
For gifts you make to your
charitable fund at the community foundation
you will receive from us a properly
worded receipt as a confirmation of these tax-deductible contributions.
Gifts made from your fund will not be recognized with a receipt, as you
have already received the deduction and thank you for the original
gift.
Ask About Matching
Gifts
Many employers match gifts
made by their employees or make grants to
organizations recommended by employees. Be sure to ask your company if
it can help your gift to stretch even further.
Remember, Your
Gift Can Be Confidential
If you prefer to have gifts
from your charitable fund remain confidential, please let us know.
Consider
Alternative Forms of Giving
Don’t overlook the benefits
you and your cause can receive from
bequests, charitable gift annuities, gifts in kind, endowments and many
other creative forms of giving. Ask your tax advisor or attorney to
help create the best plan for you and your family.
Volunteer!
In addition to financial
support, consider giving your time and skills. Not only will you help
the organization, but you’ll also make contacts, hone your skills, and
learn more about the charitable cause to which you’re committing your
time and money.
Don't Forget You
Have the Right to Say No
Give generously when you
can, but if you’re unsure or feel uncomfortable—or if an
organization simply falls outside your plan for
giving—don’t be afraid to say no. Or, ask for more information
and take more time to think before making your decision.
Be a Proactive
Giver!
You don’t have to wait to
be asked. Plan a giving strategy in advance.
Consult with our staff about how your gifts can be most effectively
used and where you can make a real difference in the community.
We are here to help you
with all aspects of your
giving. If you have questions about charitable giving
that have not been answered in this section, please click here to contact us for
more information.
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